Permit & Compliance Coordinator – Power Projects

Milhouse-Engineering-and-Construction,-Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is seeking a Permit Coordinator to support the permitting process for overhead and underground power line installations.

You will gather current permitting information from local jurisdictions, prepare permit packages, and manage fee processes. You will work with the engineering team to ensure drawings and requirements meet jurisdiction standards, track lead times, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain complete project records.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years relevant permit experience required
• High school diploma or GED required
• AEC industry experience advantageous but not required
• Deltek Vantage Point or Vision experience advantageous but not required
• Strong analysis, decision making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Ability to balance multiple tasks under time constraints

Responsibilities

• Acquire up to date permitting information from local jurisdictions
• Complete permit applications and submit fee requests
• Meet with local jurisdictions and track requirements
• Track construction inspection and permit close out
• Ensure permit drawings meet jurisdiction requirements
• Research assessor records, maps and related documents
• Provide customer-facing status updates
• Communicate action items to internal stakeholders
• Prioritize permit submittals based on lead times
• Maintain orderly records of documents

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Deltek Vantage Point/Vision

Job description

Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is seeking a Permit Coordinator to support the permitting process for overhead and underground power line installations.

You will gather current permitting information from local jurisdictions, prepare permit packages, and manage fee processes. You will work with the engineering team to ensure drawings and requirements meet jurisdiction standards, track lead times, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain complete project records.